By Robert Scucci
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2014’s Birdman is one of my favorite Michael Keaton films for a number of reasons. The one-shot aesthetic allows for clever continuity tricks, and the self-referential meta humor about a washed up superhero actor trying to be taken seriously on stage instead of on the silver screen makes it a satisfying watch on every level. Keaton’s ability to toe the line as a man on the verge of a mental health crisis while taking on his most ambitious project is deadpan, darkly hilarious, and suicidally beautiful. Its ambiguous ending also makes it the perfect movie for repeat watches, since there are always pieces of subtext that slip by the first time, only to click into place later.

When I first stumbled upon 2005’s Game 6 on Tubi, I was enthralled by the synopsis because it reads like a proto version of Birdman, but with a much leaner and more grounded premise. Leaning into more conventional dramatic territory, it ends up being a solid watch on its own, while also feeling like a raw early draft of the kind of character Keaton would fully realize nearly a decade later.

If you reluctantly go into Game 6 expecting a second-rate Birdman, you’ll be relieved to find that both films stay firmly in their own lane. They share thematic DNA, but each has its own tone and personality, which makes them equally valid entries in Michael Keaton’s filmography rather than competing echoes of the same idea.

Not Riggan, But Rather Rogan

Michael Keaton plays Nicky Rogan in Game 6, a cynical but highly successful playwright living in New York City. Everyone in his inner circle insists that his new play will be his best work yet, largely because he’s leaning into more serious and less playful subject matter. The expectation is that this shift will cement his legacy as one of the leading playwrights of his generation. While his professional life appears to be riding high, the rest of his world is slowly falling apart. His marriage is collapsing under the weight of resentment and exhaustion with his soon-to-be ex-wife Lillian (Catherine O’Hara), and his relationship with his young adult daughter Laurel (Ari Graynor) is strained on its best day.

Family dynamics in Game 6 aside, Nicky is dealing with two additional problems that send him spiraling.

First, and most pressing, his best friend Elliot (Griffin Dunne) warns him that a potentially scathing review from notorious drama critic Steven Schwimmer (Robert Downey Jr.) could ruin his career. Elliot is a shell of his former self, having never recovered from a brutal review Schwimmer once wrote about him, and he blames that single piece of criticism for permanently derailing his reputation. Nicky becomes increasingly anxious that his own play will suffer a similar fate, especially since his lead actor Peter Redmond (Harris Yulin) is battling a brain parasite that causes him to forget his lines during rehearsals.

While Nicky should be focused entirely on getting his play through opening night without disaster, something else gnaws at him even more deeply than the fear of professional failure. It’s Game 6 of the World Series, and the Boston Red Sox are one win away from winning the championship. To anyone willing to listen, Nicky frames his entire outlook on life through his relationship with the Red Sox. By all logic, they should always win, yet somehow they always find a way to blow it at the last possible moment. That mindset defines him, despite the fact that his own career has been objectively successful up to this point.

In an attempt to make peace with himself and take pause before his play receives its first major reviews, Nicky skips his own premiere so he can watch the game and take stock of his life. His divorce is imminent, his professional reputation feels compromised, and the future he worked so hard to build suddenly feels uncertain. Egged on repeatedly by Elliot, he even begins to entertain the question of whether killing Schwimmer would somehow offer relief from the damage a single cruel voice can inflict on his legacy.

A Perfect Companion Piece To Birdman

Where Birdman places its emphasis on Riggan’s psychological collapse as the pressure of opening night mounts, Game 6 takes a more restrained and dramatic approach to similar material. Both films wrestle with the idea of legacy, but Game 6 focuses on a man who has already found success and is terrified that it might vanish without warning. Nicky is the human embodiment of the Boston Red Sox mentality. Successful until the moment he drops the ball, with that ever-present fear poisoning his ability to enjoy what he’s already earned.

Birdman centers on a former movie star attempting to reinvent himself on Broadway, pouring everything he has into a stage adaptation of Raymond Carver’s “What We Talk About When We Talk About Love” while his personal life disintegrates. Game 6, on the other hand, follows a man who could comfortably retire tomorrow and still be remembered as a success, yet stands to lose everything that actually matters to him outside of his career. Both films examine insecurity through these very specific circumstances, but they take radically different stylistic paths as they play out. Game 6 plays its story straight, while Birdman unfolds like a fever dream.

The ideal way to experience Game 6, currently streaming for free on Tubi, is before revisiting Birdman. Watching them back to back highlights how the same actor can explore similar thematic ground from completely different angles. Together, they form an unintentional double feature that deepens appreciation for Keaton’s work, and Game 6 in particular feels like the missing link in his career that hints at his later masterpiece.

Marvel fans have spent the last few weeks dissecting every frame of the mysterious footage tied to Avengers: Doomsday, but according to the filmmakers behind the project, viewers may be approaching it all wrong.

“What you’ve been watching for the last four weeks… are not teasers. Or trailers. They are stories. They are clues… Pay attention.”

In recent comments, Russo Brothers made it clear that what fans are calling trailers are not trailers at all. Instead, they described the footage as intentional clues designed to spark speculation, reward close viewing, and quietly set the stage for what is shaping up to be one of Marvel’s most ambitious chapters yet.

Rather than traditional marketing beats that outline plot, characters, or tone, the Russos say these videos are closer to puzzle pieces. Every image, sound cue, and edit is meant to be questioned.

Chris Evans, Avengers: Doomsday [credit: Marvel Studios]

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Not a Trailer. A Warning.

According to the brothers, Avengers: Doomsday is being positioned differently than past Marvel releases. They want audiences thinking long before opening night. That means misdirection, symbolism, and information that may not make sense until much later.

The Russos emphasized that fans should not expect clear answers right now. If anything, the confusion is the point. The footage is meant to provoke theories rather than confirm them.

That approach lines up with how Marvel has quietly shifted its promotional strategy in the multiverse era. Instead of spelling things out, the studio is leaning into fan engagement, online debate, and long burn mystery.

The Clues Are in the Details

The directors encouraged viewers to look past surface level moments and focus on smaller details. Background imagery. Color choices. Dialogue fragments that seem out of place. Even what is missing from the footage may be just as important as what is shown.

Chris Hemsworth and India Rose Hemsworth [credit: Marvel Studios]

Fans have already begun connecting these clues to past MCU events, alternate timelines, and unresolved storylines from earlier phases. Some believe the footage hints at fractured realities colliding. Others think it is teasing a darker moral conflict at the heart of the film.

The Russos have not confirmed any theories, but they did say that attentive fans are already closer to the truth than they realize.

A Different Kind of Marvel Build Up

This cryptic rollout also reflects the scale of what Marvel is attempting. Avengers: Doomsday is expected to redefine the MCU moving forward, much like Infinity War and Endgame did before it. The Russos seem intent on recreating that sense of anticipation, but with a more cerebral twist.

Instead of hype driven spectacle, they are inviting fans into a conversation. One where speculation, rewatches, and theory threads are part of the experience.

As the Russos put it, the story has already started. It just isn’t being told in the usual way.

And if they are right, every so called trailer so far is less about selling tickets and more about asking a question.

What do you think Marvel is really trying to tell us?

One thing is certain. When Marvel Studios finally pulls the curtain back, fans who paid attention early may be the ones saying they saw it coming.

When it comes to Taylor Swift’s fashion, we’re used to paying close attention — especially when she wears something new. Whether it’s a street-style outfit or a full on-screen moment, her looks always give Us something to talk about. The latest style detail we couldn’t miss? A pair of $75 retro sneakers she wore in her latest music video.

Swift teased her new music video for “Opalite” on Instagram, so naturally we stopped what we were doing to check out the carousel. We realized after some careful zooming that she was wearing the Reebok Club C 85 Tennis Shoes, a $75 pair that you can actually shop on Amazon. The retro-looking shoes fit perfectly with her ’80s-inspired workout gear, making her outfit feel both nostalgic and totally wearable.

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These old-school Reebok sneakers channel ’80s vibes in a modern way — all while providing a comfortable fit. The lightweight leather sneakers are designed with a cushioned collar and lining that make all-day wear feel easy. Finished with a durable rubber sole and a clean silhouette, the sneakers are sure to be ones you reach for often.

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Thanks to the minimalist aesthetic, the popular sneakers work well with an ’80s tracksuit as well as a modern relaxed denim and a tee combo. And if you’re thinking ahead, consider wearing the shoes with tailored trousers, a midi skirt or a flowy dress come springtime — all very Swift-coded.

The cool-girl sneakers are available in women’s sizes 5 through 11, making it easy to find your perfect fit. You can also shop them white with gray details and a brown gum bottom, a classic white and gray combo or a fun white and green option. We’d go with the sleek white to get the “Opalite” style.

Beyond Swift’s stamp of approval, the sneakers have earned serious shopper praise. They’ve collected over 3,100 five-star ratings from shoppers, including from one reviewer who’s “worn every white sneaker” and says the Reebok are the “most comfortable and cute all-in-one.” Another customer pointed to their “go with everything” versatility, sharing that they work with various clothes, including shorts and dresses.

Swift may have worn them for a music video, but these sneakers are made for real life. The retro silhouette feels wearable, the comfort makes them easy walk in and the styling options are totally endless. Snag her $75 pick at Amazon before they inevitably sell out.

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By Jonathan Klotz
| Published 2 minutes ago

Amanda Tapping’s most well-known role is as Colonel Samantha Carter in the Stargate franchise, but after Stargate SG-1 finished, she went on to star in the SyFy original monster-hunting series, Sanctuary. As Helen Magnus, she was the head of a global network of secret facilities designed to house, treat, and study “abnormals.”

This meant a lot of running around after large, terrifying monsters, which is why the Season 1 episode, “Instinct,” works so well. Shot in the style of a found-footage horror movie, “Instinct” shows how a single encounter with an abnormal can be life-altering, and oh yes, when you don’t know what’s going on, the entire Sanctuary team comes off as being completely insane. 

By now, fans had seen Helen’s team in action: Will (Robin Dunne) is the new guy, a forensic psychiatrist and her protege,  Henry (Ryan Robbins) is the tech guy and also a werewolf, while Ashley (Emille Ullerup) is Helen’s daughter (that always immediately raises questions when people find out) and the most accomplished fighter of the group. Seeing them through the perspective of TV weather girl Amy (Rekha Sharma) and her cameraman, Zach (Matty Finochio), turns the usual Sanctuary viewing experience on its head. After the two bystanders wander into a warehouse with a trapped monstrous abnormal inside, they learn of a world of myths and monsters that’s always been around them, and while Zach is impressed, Amy thinks this is the story that will make her career. 

“Instinct” opens with the two groups running into each other and trying to find a way to coexist as Amy tries to get answers about the Sanctuary from the team, and Zach wants to get out in one piece. In one of the best moments, Zach is trying to eavesdrop on the team using the camera, when he hears Helen say that the monster is right behind him. Panicked, he turns around, sees nothing, turns back, and Helen is right there to chastise him for listening in.

After learning that the abnormal is a typically docile ancient Japanese beetle, they calm down until the lights go out, and we get the horror-movie shot of the abnormal lurking in the darkness, right over Helen’s shoulder. The head-on steadicam shots make “Instinct” look unlike any other episode of Sanctuary, and the episode takes full advantage of it by going for jumpscares whenever possible. 

Sanctuary Was Ahead Of Its Time

Sanctuary was usually shot in a large, open studio with no real sets. Those were digitally added in later. For “Instinct,” the crew used an old Volvo warehouse, which gave the episode a cramped, claustrophobic feel. Intentionally shot to look like a single, continuous take, the episode was actually 40 long shots spliced together, but if you’ve seen any found-footage movies, you can tell where the splices happen. 

Even though the series ran for four seasons, Sanctuary stayed under the radar the whole time, which is a shame, as it includes one of the strangest versions of Tesla, a vampire in the world of the series, and the best Jack the Ripper (Helen’s estranged husband). As expected for a show starring Amanda Tapping while she was moonlighting on Stargate Atlantis, there’s plenty of references to that other franchise, including Michael Shanks making a guest appearance, and in “Instinct,” an ARG prop is repurposed as a sonic gun. 

Sanctuary’s quality level varies wildly from season to season, but “Instinct” is an early highlight for the show before it loses itself in its own mythology. Paying tribute to Cloverfield gave fans a chance to see the team a bit differently and to have some fun by seeing how insane Helen’s explanations behind abnormals sound when removed from the context of the Sanctuary itself. If you’ve never given the show a chance, fire it up on Tubi and let the familiar feeling of Canadian sci-fi wash over you.

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Megan Thee Stallion went all out for her man, Klay Thompson, with a birthday bash he’ll never forget! Thompson welcomed his 36th on Feb. 8, and this past weekend the couple went all the way up to celebrate. From a luxury beach picnic to Bone Thug-N-Harmony pulling up for a performance, Meg spared no expense to show her bae how she’s coming behind him!

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Thee Stallion Celebrates Her Bae

As mentioned, the birthday festivities for Klay Thompson’s 36th seemed to start with a sweet beachside picnic for the couple. It’s unclear if Megan herself did the setup, but it impressed! And so did she, in a tight-fitting white-and-black polka-dot dress with a low-cut back. Meanwhile, her man was casual in a white, short-sleeve button-down and shorts. She filmed him as they walked along the beach to their picnic, which included a meat-and-cheese charcuterie board, fresh oysters on ice, and a fruit plate. At some point in the lunch date, Klay Thompson ended up taking a lil’ ocean swim. Peep the vibes below, starting at the 01:47 mark.

Then, came the big bash on Saturday (Feb. 7). Megan curated the event to Klay’s Thompson down to the entertainment. She surprised him with a performance by Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, whom he previously told GQ was his favorite rap group growing up. From the videos circulating, it appears Klay had a BALL and even showed off some dance moves, solo and with his lady!

Social Media Is Loving This Megan-Klay Era 

After The Shade Room reposted birthday bash footage, the roommates were eating UP Megan Thee Stallion’s apparent wifey energy. Will an engagement ring follow this? It looks like fans are hoping so, especially after seeing Megan and Klay slow dancing to BTNH’s ‘Crossroads.’

Roomie @calculatedopulence commented, “I watched this on mute and then realized they were slow dancing to crossroads. This I’m my official application for Flower Girl!”

@th_brunch_psychologist wrote, “What an amazing gift 🥰 I was literally listening to this today! My first rap concert I ever attended as a teen was BTNH 😍🔥This is an amazing gift for an 80s baby ☺️”

@dose_of_boujeee said, “They complement each other so well. And I love that he makes her look short.. I really hope we see some mini stallions 😍😍🥰🥰”

@elle_eddings added, “I’m here for all of it. I don’t care what anyone says! ❤️.”

@vaniareneau commented, “I really know all the words to this song and would’ve been in the front rapping with them 😂 Come on Klay for knowing all the words 👏🏾 They are too cute 🥰”

“Slow dancing to Crossroads is true love…,” @daboydame wrote.

Rapper Also Has Family’s Stamp Of Approval 

And one thing about Megan, Klay isn’t the only Thompson man who loves her! Daddy Thompson, first name Mychal, is also here for his son’s lady, especially when she’s throwing down in the kitchen! In recent weeks, he told media that Meg is not only a “very nice lady,” but also makes the best BBQ baked beans he’s ever had in his life. When asked about a possible engagement between the couple, he deferred to not knowing, but he emphasized that she’s a “very lovely lady” who has the family’s approval.

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